KCET 2025 AI and ML Colleges: Check college-wise AI/ML cutoff, career prospects, etc.

Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2025 ( KCET )

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Updated on Jul 11, 2025 21:42 IST

Top AI and ML Colleges accepting KCET Scores: Karnataka offers a vibrant and innovative ecosystem for students who wish to study AI/ML, which is an emerging career field in the computer science discipline. Students are increasingly choosing AI (artificial intelligence) and ML (machine learning) as career paths, and to fulfil their dream careers, here are some top AI and ML colleges in Karnataka through KCET Scores

Top AI and ML colleges accepting KCET scores

We all know that in the maze of career options, the academic and counselling process, it is difficult to choose the right college, especially in the ever-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Karnataka, being the tech hub, offers some of the best AI/ML engineering colleges through KCET scores. From top-tier colleges like RVCE, MSRIT to promising colleges like DSU and UVCE, students look out for quality education, good infrastructure, and exciting placement packages and opportunities. 

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The Karnataka Examinations Authority has released KCET 2025 counselling dates. The last date for choice filling is July 18. Mock allotment result will be OUT on July 21.

Q:   I got 93% in 12th. What should be my score to clear KCET? I want to pursue BVSC course.
A:
You must pass the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test), which is administered by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA), in order to enroll in the BVSC (Bachelor of Veterinary Science) programme in Karnataka. For general category candidates, the cutoff score is 50%, whereas for candidates in reserved categories, it is 40%. However, the minimum scores required for admission to the BVSC programme in various colleges varies depending on the number of applicants, the number of seats available, and the exam's level of difficulty. The exact score you need to pass the KCET and get a spot in a BVSC college with a 93% average in 12th grade is difficult to determine. However, you can improve your chances of enrolling in a reputable BVSC college in Karnataka if you continue to study hard for the KCET and achieve a score above the cutoff mark.
Q:   Is KCET cutoff released separately for general merit and Karnataka Hyderabad region?
A:

Yes, Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET cutoff separately for general merit and Karnataka Hyderabad region. Applicants from Karnataka region will be provided with a special reservation at the time of admissions. Candidates from outside of Karnataka will be put in the general merit category. The cutoff of KCET will be available in online mode only. Candidates will be able to check KCET 2023 cutoff after each round of counselling process.  

Q:   What are the factors which determine KCET cutoff?
A:

Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET cutoff at the official website. KCET admission cutoff is released based on various factors. The factors which determine the KCET cutoff are mentioned below.  

  • Difficulty of the KCET question paper.  

  • Number of applicants appearing for the KCET examination.  

  • Number of available seats.  

  • Performance of the applicants in all sections of the KCET 2025 exam.  

  • Seats for reserved category.  

  • Average marks secured by the applicants in the exam. 

This guide highlights the top AI & ML colleges accepting KCET scores, covering essential details like KCET CSE and AI/ML cutoff ranks, fee structures, and placement insights to help you make an informed decision for a future-ready career in AI and ML.

KCET 2025 counselling has started, and the option entry link with the provisional seat matrix has been released. The last date to submit the choices is July 15. The final seat matrix has been released along with the verification slip. Read more: KCET counselling 2025 process, step-by-step guide, etc.

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Top AI and ML Colleges accepting KCET Scores for Admissions: Cutoff, Fees, and placement packages

College Name Last Round Cutoff (as per 2024) Fees (as per last year) Placement package
MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology 4243 INR 107000 - 115000 7.5 to 48 LPA
BMS College of Engineering 4835

42866 - 115000

10 to 33 LPA
UVCE (Government College) 7157 42866 N/A
Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering 7404 107000 - 115000 5 to 56 LPA
Bangalore Institute of Technology 9152 107000 - 115000 10-58 LPA
BMS Institute of Technology and Management 16017 107000 - 115000 7 to 10.6 LPA
BNM Institute of Technology 18000 107000 - 115000 6 to 28 LPA
New Horizon College of Engineering 20238 107000 - 115000 48.5 LPA (highest)
SDM College of Engineering and Science 21518 107000 - 115000 6.59 to 44 LPA
Sir M.Visveswaraya Institute of Technology (SMVIT) 21795 107000 - 115000 16 LPA
Colleges for BTech in artificial intelligence and machine learning
PES University (Ring Road Campus), Bangalore

3119

107000 - 115000 65 LPA
PES University (Electronic City), Bangalore 8522 107000 - 115000 65 LPA
Reva University, Bangalore 24012 107000 - 115000 48 LPA
Dayanand Sagar University 33987 107000 - 115000 35 LPA
Presidency University 35733 107000 - 115000 13.58 LPA
Colleges for BTech in CSE: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
RV College of Engineering 888 107000 - 115000 15 to 56 LPA
MSRIT 3963 107000 - 115000 7 to 48 LPA
NIE (North Campus)

11312

107000 - 115000 70 LPA
SIT Tumkur 12835 107000 - 115000 9 to 34 LPA
RNS Institute of Technology 18002 107000 - 115000 46 LPA
KLS Gogte Institute of Technology 18858 107000 - 115000 6 to 54 LPA
CMR Institute of Technology 20739 107000 - 115000 6 to 23 LPA
JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bangalore 24476 107000 - 115000 43 LPA (highest)
Vidya Vardhaka College of Engineering, Mysore 26143 107000 - 115000 41.5 LPA
Sahhyadri College of Engineering and Management, Mangalore 26143 107000 - 115000 6.3 LPA to 43.7 LPA
Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan 33860 107000 - 115000  20 LPA
PES College of Engineering, Mandya 35904 107000 - 115000 4.5 to 14.5 LPA
Global Academy of Technology, Bangalore 36469 107000 - 115000 4 to 22 LPA
B.Tech in artificial intelligence and machine learning
MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore 21552 107000 - 115000 52 LPA (highest package)
Alliance University, Bangalore 32329 107000 - 115000 8 to 60 LPA

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How to use your KCET scores to choose the right KCET 2025 AI/ML College?

Here is a guide with which candidates can use their KCET 2025 rank/scores to select the right AI/ML KCET colleges -

  • Check your KCET rank and category (GM/OBC/SC).
  • Match your target rank with opening and closing cutoffs (Round 1 data gives a clear guide).
  • Consider location and infrastructure – Bengaluru offers more exposure but also requires higher ranks.

Check the Shiksha KCET 2025 college predictor to check where chances. 

Why have AI and ML become a popular choice among today’s youth?

Here are some reasons why AI and ML have become a popular choice in Karnataka -

1. Explosive Industry Growth

Q:   What is the cutoff for KCET 2023?
A:

Karnataka Examination Authority releases the KCET cutoff 2023 online at the official website. The cutoff of KCET is the minimum marks required by candidates to qualify for the exam. KEA KCET cutoff is released separately for general merit and Hyderabad Karnataka region. The exam authority releases the KCET 2023 cutoff after each counselling round. Candidates have to get rank equal to or less than the cutoff marks to reserve admission in the participating institute. KCET cutoff will be released in the form of PDF.  

Q:   Who releases KCET cutoff scores?
A:

Karnataka Examination Authority releases KCET 2023 cutoff online at the official website. Applicants will be able to check the KCET cutoff after each counselling round. Applicants looking for admission to various courses are advised to refer to the previous year cutoff to check their admissions chances. The cutoff of KCET will be released in the form of opening and closing ranks. The exam authority releases the KCET cutoff in the form of PDF at the official website.  

Q:   What colleges can I expect with KCET marks from 160 to 170?
A:

With KCET marks 160 to 170 you can target top colleges and universities, as it corresponds to a rank between 500 to 550 (approx). Some top colleges are -

  • PES Univ (ECE)
  • NIE Mysore,
  •  SJCE,
  • NMIT
Q:   What is the KCET cutoff of RV College of Engineering?
A:

The expected KCET cutoff course-wise of RV College of Engineering as per the last year is as follows -

RV College of Engineering coursesCutoff (closing rank)
Aerospace engineering3824
Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML)888
Biotechnology8563
Chemical Engineering13853
Civil Engineering16279
Computer Science and Engineering501
Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)1017
Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)745
Electrical and Electronics Engineering4202
Electronics and Communication Engineering1354
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering2347
Industrial Engineering and Management21255
Mechanical Engineering8395

 

Q:   What is the expected branch-wise KCET 2025 cutoff?
A:

Candidates can check the KCET cutoff and branch-wise seat intake here -

BranchKCET 2025 draft seat matrixKCET expected cutoff (based on the last year cutoff rank)
Biotechnology6018040
Electronics and Communication Engineering3605451
Computer Science and Engineering7202009
CSE in Al and ML4803119
Electrical and Electronics Engineering6010345
Mechanical Engineering6026275

AI and ML are no longer futuristic concepts—they’re now powering real-world applications in healthcare, finance, retail, gaming, entertainment, cybersecurity, and more. The AI industry is projected to reach over $1.8 trillion by 2030. Job roles like AI engineer, data scientist, and ML developer are growing at 30 to 40% annually.

2. High-Paying Jobs

The average entry-level salary is around 8 to 12 LPA in India, and for experienced roles, it is around 30–50 LPA+ or even more globally. 

3. Versatile Career Paths

AI and ML aren't restricted to one domain. Students can enter fields such as:

  • Healthcare AI (disease prediction, diagnostics)

  • Finance (fraud detection, risk modelling)

  • Retail (recommendation systems, dynamic pricing)

  • Gaming and AR/VR, self-driving cars, climate modelling, and more

4. Seamlessly Bends with other Tech Trends

AI/ML blends seamlessly with hot domains like:

  • Data Science

  • IoT (Internet of Things)

  • Blockchain

  • Cybersecurity

  • Cloud Computing

This creates cross-functional opportunities and career flexibility.

5. Global Relevancy

AI/ML skills are in demand worldwide. With certifications and remote-friendly roles, students can:

  • Work in top global firms (Google, Microsoft, Meta, OpenAI, etc.)

  • Freelance or consult internationally

  • Pursue higher education and research at premier institutions

In short, AI & ML offer the perfect mix of futuristic appeal, career growth, high salaries, intellectual satisfaction, and societal impact. For today’s students, it’s not just a career option, it’s the gateway to building the world of tomorrow.

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Answered Yesterday

Here are some colleges that offer BTech in artificial intelligence and machine learning via KCET -

College nameKCET Last Cutoff Rank (as per last year)Average placement package
PES University (Ring Road Campus), Bangalore

3119

65 LPA
PES University (Electronic City), Bangalore852265 LPA
Reva University, Bangalore2401248 LPA
Dayanand Sagar University3398735 LPA
Presidency University3573313.58 LPA

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Sumridhi Sinha

Contributor-Level 6

Answered Yesterday

To participate in the KCET 2025 option entry, candidates have to pay a processing fee of INR 750 (NON-REFUNDABLE). The fee receipt carries the following details -

  • CET number
  • Candidate's name
  • Candidate's application number
  • Allotted college
  • Allotted course
  • Course fees
  • Receipt number and 
  • Round number

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Shiksha Gaurav

Contributor-Level 6

Answered Yesterday

The KCET 2025 option entry process can be done in the following way -

  • Visit the official website- cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
  • Click on the UGCET and login using the scan QR
  • Capture photo and verify OTP
  • Pay a non-refundable processing fee of INR 750
  • Once the payment is sucessful, candidates can participate

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Shiksha Hazarika

Contributor-Level 6

Answered Yesterday

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has revised the KCET 2025 round 1 counselling dates on the official website - cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates can check the new KCET 2025 counselling dates for round 1 below -

Particulars

Dates

KCET 2025 Option Entry for eligible candidates (as per preference)

Till July 18, 2025 (11:59 pm)

Display of mock seat allotment list result

July 21 after 11:00 am

Provision to change options (add, delete, modify or re-order or alter options)

July 21 (2:00 pm) to 24 (11:59 pm)

Publication of the first round real allotment result

July 28 (after 11:00 am)

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Himanshi Choudhury

Contributor-Level 6

Answered Yesterday

The Karntaka Examinations Authority will release the KCET 2025 round 1 mock seat allotment result on July 19 after 11:00 am. Candidates are advised to stay updated with the KEA KCET counselling 2025 dates. 

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UPASANA PRADHAN

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

It's same case here with us also. can somebody tell how to apply for 1st round of choice filling in such cases

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guest Yadav

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 4 days ago

Mangalore University offers courses at the UG, PG, PhD, PG Diploma, and Certificate levels. Admission to majority of courses is offered on the basis of Karnataka PGCET and KCET. Primarily, Mangalore University offers courses such as BPEd and MBA on the basis of valid scores of KCET. Apart from this,

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Anshuman Singh

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

Candidates can check the KCET cutoff and branch-wise seat intake here -

BranchKCET 2025 draft seat matrixKCET expected cutoff (based on the last year cutoff rank)
Biotechnology6018040
Electronics and Communication Engineering3605451
Computer Science and Engineering7202009
CSE in Al and ML4803119
Electrical and Electronics Engineering6010345
Mechanical Engineering6026275

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Piyush Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a week ago

The expected KCET cutoff course-wise of RV College of Engineering as per the last year is as follows -

RV College of Engineering coursesCutoff (closing rank)
Aerospace engineering3824
Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML)888
Biotechnology8563
Chemical Engineering13853
Civil Engineering16279
Computer Science and Engineering501
Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)1017
Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)745
Electrical and Electronics Engineering4202
Electronics and Communication Engineering1354
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering2347
Industrial Engineering and Management21255
Mechanical Engineering8395

 

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Taru Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a week ago

No, the KCET verification slip is not solely for engineering candidates. It's a document required for all candidates participating in the KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) counselling process, including those seeking MBBS and other courses. The verification slip is generated after document verif

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RISHAV Kumar

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